Great Wolf Resorts Investing in Resort-wide Expansion; All 11 Great Wolf Lodge Resorts to Receive R
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive MADISON, Wis., April 24, 2013 -- Just in time for summer vacation planning, Great Wolf Resorts, Inc., is adding more new attractions and guest experiences to its indoor waterpark resorts than ever before. With this multimillion dollar investment, guests visiting any of the 11 Great Wolf Lodge properties this year will discover something new, from water slides and dining, to shopping and interactive attractions. "We are focused on providing fun-filled experiences for the entire family in the waterpark and throughout the entire resort," said Tim Black , chief operating officer, Great Wolf Re...
Grand Pacific Resort Management Wins Gold at ARDA World 2013; Timeshare Management Company Receives
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive Hollywood, FL (April 23, 2013) – Timeshare Management Industry Leader, Grand Pacific Resort Management (GPRM) took home four Gold Awards at the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) 2013 World Convention. This year Grand Pacific had a total of 16 finalists who were selected from hundreds of entries submitted by ARDA members and then judged independently in a confidential/blind judging process. "It's about recognizing the 'best of the best' in the vacation ownership industry," said Howard Nusbaum, president and CEO of ARDA. GPRM Gold Award Winners were: Kelly Brady Snyder-Ad...
Hyatt and Huayuan Property Co. to Develop the 324-room Grand Hyatt Hotel in Changsha, Hunan Provinc
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive CHICAGO -- April 22, 2013 -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Huayuan Property Co., Ltd for a Grand Hyatt hotel in Changsha, Hunan Province in central China. "Changsha has established itself as a major hub for global business and entertainment, and we are honored to have the opportunity to bring the Grand Hyatt brand to such a great city," said Mark Hoplamazian, president and chief executive officer of Hyatt Hotels Corporation at the agreement signing in Changsha earlier today. "Throughout...
The Next Big Hotel Online Revenue Driver Is Here: Google Hotel Price Ads (HPA) / Sue Wiker and Sara
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive by Sue Wiker and Sara O'BrienApril 23, 2013 There are a number of digital marketing initiatives that generate direct bookings, incremental revenues and high ROIs to the direct online channel such as SEO, SEM, email marketing and online media. Over the past few years several new revenue-generating digital marketing initiatives have emerged that, until recently, were only available to OTAs and major hotel brands. Requiring sophisticated CRS access, advertising middleware technology, and out-of-range minimum monthly spends, these initiatives have traditionally been inaccessible to independent...
Thoughts from the Golf Industry Show: Part One of Three / Darius Hatami / April 2013
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive by Darius HatamiApril 2013The following is the first in a three part series that examines the state of the Golf industry today. This first article explores the history and brings readers an understanding of issues challenging the industry, providing some context for readers. The second article explores the impacts to Golf Facility Financials and Value, while the third article looks to the future of the industry, and the issues that will shape its health moving forward. Credit must be given to the large number of industry professionals at the show who were speakers, and whose thoughts, idea...
At Long Last, Norfolk, Virginia Poised for Development of New $126 million Luxury Hotel and Confere
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive By Jillian Nolin, The Virginian-PilotMcClatchy-Tribune Regional News April 10, 2013--NORFOLK -- After many years, countless debates and $16 million spent to clear the site, Norfolk is poised to finally get a new conference center. The City Council voted 7-1 Tuesday to approve a $126 million project that will bring a luxury hotel and 50,000-square-foot conference center downtown. The decision happened despite pleas from two council members and several Norfolk hoteliers who wanted to delay the vote so more analysis could be done on the project's impact. The council was told last week that a...
2013 World Rankings of The Top 10 Hotel Groups and Top 15 Brands; IHG Retains Top Spot in Groups Wi
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive April 3, 2013 - The leading hotel groups worldwide and the top brands confirm global growth in branded supplies, although the economic context remains fragile. It confirms Anglo-Saxon supremacy, reinforced by the sale of Motel 6 to Blackstone by Accor, and China's entry into the first circle of key actors in the global hotel sector. The race for size is a major challenge for hotel groups with a global ambition. Size enables hotels to offer their guests complete geographic coverage and a range of products that reinforces the power of commercialization," explains Georges Panayotis, Preside...
Generations Resorts by Karisma Brand to Debut in June 2013 in Riviera Maya, Mexico; The 30-suite Ge
April 1, 2013
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive MIAMI (April 23, 2013) – Karisma Hotels & Resorts, the creator of the unique Gourmet Inclusive® concept, is pleased to announce the introduction of a new, game-changing brand of upscale resorts, Generations Resorts by Karisma, which is slated to debut in June 2013. It is the latest addition to its premier collection of 12 properties comprised of El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels and Azul Hotels & Villas by Karisma. Generations Resorts by Karisma will exclusively feature all-suite accommodations with unlimited nanny and butler service, as well as the signature Gourmet Inc...
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